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Newspaper
Evening Observer
Location
Dunkirk, New York, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1883
Page
2
The Courier Journal reports shifting political lines with warnings on election logistics and potential conflicts. Comments touch on presidential vote totals, naval mobilization, and international maneuvering amid domestic debates.
The region features lowland hills and stony plains with occasional white clay pans that hold water only during rains. Ocean drainage is minimal, suggesting groundwater may exist but likely unsuitable for use.
The article blends a critique of the poem Sing a Song of Sixpence with a quirky allegorical reading of its symbols, linking birds and pie to daily time. It then reports Milwaukee Sentinel data on loss of life and ships from November 1 to 17, noting 55 deaths and 60 vessels released, plus Boston where John Long’s Dedham home was damaged by a keg of powder explosion.
M Van Develde A t appears in a dated notice involving Popmeas Pailow and a dealer. The fragmentary text names an individual and occupations but lacks clear event details, places, or dates to determine a full news item.
An old advertisement extols Dr Fenner's Kidney and Back-Ache Cure as a remedy for kidney disease and related ailments. It includes customer testimonials claiming relief from kidney and heart issues, along with other Fenner products such as Fenner's Cordial Syrup, Capitol Bitters, Blood and Liver Pills, and Promoted as used nationwide.
Nov 20 commercial notes show flour and grain prices steady with country and Minnesota wheat notes, No 2 red, mixed oats, and white wheat quotes. Chicago reports mixed animal prices, pork at 12.00, Hogs quiet, and cattle exports at 6.01. Receipts around 500. demand uneven across grains and meats. regional quotes vary by grade and date.
A garbled notice mentions Cheney Brothers and alleged adulteration and samples at a New York City café. It references 18 East 14th Street and Samuel H. Terey with mention of a circular promising information and samples.
A fragmentary notice from the Nickel Plate lines notes new equipment and services. It mentions passenger trams, routes from Pict Depot to Van Tienst, and a timetable change. The garbled text obscures exact details but signals ongoing improvements to speed and comfort.
Local timetable lists multiple westward trains from Hor to Dunkirk with Sunday exceptions. Stops include Orwell, Alfred, Andover, Welleville, Belmont, Belvidere, Friendship, Cueb, Olean, Allagany, Vandalin, Carrollton, Great Valley, Salamines, Little Valley, Cattaraugus, Dryton, Perrysburg, Smiths Mills, Forestville, Sheridan, and arrival at Dunkirk by 7.35 p.m. Also notes Carrollton to Dunkirk via valley stations and other partial service details with varied arrival times and a Sunday schedule reference.
Tickets for sale at the company's depot office will be checked only on tickets. Passengers should present their tickets at the depot.
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